I am completely aware that this week's Ways We Save post may not interest anyone. After all, I am a normal person. Just because you have to live on The Teacher's Salary doesn't mean that you enjoy every aspect of frugal living. :-) But, one of the best ways we save money is by eating leftovers. There you have it. It's not glamorous and I don't always want to do it, … [Read more...]
How to Make Southern Style Sweet Tea
Today is confession day. I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit that even though my husband is from the deep south, I've never made him any sweet tea. I know, he really and truly loves me to stick with me for this long without me knowing the basics! {Note: This post contains affiliate links. Read disclosure here.} I decided that it was about time I learn how to make it for myself so I did … [Read more...]
How to Boil the Perfect Corn on the Cob
One of the things I've enjoyed most about this summer is all the yummy corn on the cob! I buy it whenever I can get my hands on it for a decent price {which has been pretty often since it's summer}. Since I'm still a cook-in-training, I've been experimenting with how to boil my corn on the cob. I'm pretty confident that I've found it and thought it was time to share it on the blog. One thing … [Read more...]
{Old Fashioned} Cornflake Candy
Over the course of our 11 year marriage, I've learned a lot from my husband. Today, I'm sharing one of the yummiest things I've learned from him - his mother's recipe for Old Fashioned Cornflake Candy. It was passed on to her from an elderly lady before her passing, so I'm happy to keep passing down the yummy goodness! {Note: This post contains affiliate links. Read … [Read more...]
How to Cut a Watermelon
It's not truly summer until you've eaten watermelon. I've had a couple so far this summer and hope I can snag up a couple more before summer comes to a close this next month. :-( But, if you are like me, cutting up the watermelon can be a big pain. I think it's because they are so big and I'm always afraid I'm going to cut myself. Heather Likes … [Read more...]
